Donald Hardeman
Lockport,LA
Summary
Experienced and versatile instrumentation and controls specialist with over 15 years of installation, operation, and troubleshooting of monitoring equipment for multiple oil drilling platforms and drilling companies.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Remote Operations Specialist
Baker Hughes
05.2021 - 03.2025
- Responsible for monitoring and evaluation of drilling and well parameters, as well as data from downhole logging tools while drilling for multiple wells.
- Set up and configure surface system software as well as programming downhole tools with required parameters.
- Input of geological and engineering data for each specific wellsite.
- Realtime quality checks of logging and survey data and delivery of data to the client.
- Ensure effective communication with all members of the drilling team and client representatives.
Installation Technician
Prince Telecom
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Install, disconnect, reconnect, add, change, and troubleshoot cable TV, internet, and phone equipment in accordance with prescribed parameters
- Use small hand tools, power tools, and test equipment to ensure service operates within prescribed parameters
- Interact with customers in a professional manner and ensure that any concerns are addressed
- Identify and troubleshoot any concerns the customer has, resolve the issue or escalate if needed
Lead Field Specialist
Baker Hughes
10.2007 - 05.2020
- Led the installation, operation and maintenance of all computer systems, networking equipment, communication systems (satellite and LTE), and signal detection equipment for simultaneous 24/7 operations of up to 3 oil drilling platforms, maintaining maximum output capability
- Set up and maintained computer systems, network equipment, and satellite communications for the remote operation of 3 separate rig site locations
- Traveling between sites as required to provide customer support and assist in troubleshooting to ensure minimum downtime due to equipment or communication failures
- Installed and operated instrumentation and control equipment for optimal signal quality to surface sensors including transmitters, receivers, ethernet switches, frequency filters, transducers, and cabling to monitor and evaluate drilling parameters in real time, to include gamma, resistivity, pressure, temperature, neutron, porosity, down-hole torque, depth, borehole inclination, and azimuth
- Programmed sensors to ensure the required job specific data was transmitted for real time logging and formation evaluation
- Transmit signals to tools downhole while drilling to steer the trajectory of the well
- Download and process memory data stored in the tools after the well is complete
- Supervised a rotation of 16 members (4 rig crew teams of 4 members per team) during the installation and removal of down-hole tools from the drill string while monitoring equipment handling safety protocols
- Conducted Job Safety Analysis, Risk Assessment, and pre job safety meetings to ensure all rig crew members were aware of the hazards throughout the complex assembly procedures of specialized equipment for the proper torque requirements and safe execution in accordance with OSHA regulations and company policies
- Worked in teams of 9 personnel consisting of shift rig teams, remote operators, geologists, and directional drillers, as well as individually, based on the job requirements, prioritizing tasks and completing work efficiently throughout extended periods of oil rig operations
- As Lead Field Specialist, trained, evaluated and certified over 30 new hire personnel on operational procedures to support numerous oil rigs throughout Mississippi, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Texas
- Maintained proper inventory management utilizing MS Excel, for receipt inspection, use, and ordering/procuring of replacement parts including specialized equipment of up to 500 pieces valuing $2.5M for non-stop operation of 3 independently operated rigs
- Participated in daily safety briefs and monthly safety stand-down training adhering to safety protocols
Operations Specialist
US Navy
02.1987 - 10.2007
- Served 10 years of Active duty onboard the USS Halyburton (FFG40), USS Ticonderoga (CG47), and USS Monterey (CG61)
- Supervised and maintained data link between 2 and up to 8 US Navy vessels for proper air and surface radar coverage for the fleet battle group
- As an Air Intercept Controller, communicated with aircraft pilots and vectored them to intercept and identify all unidentified aircraft
- Responsible for proper handling and safeguarding all classified materials in the Combat Information Center
- Served an additional 11 years in the US Naval Reserves
- As a member of Mobile Inshore Undersea Warfare Unit/Inshore Boat Unit, provided surface and subsurface surveillance in littoral areas using radar and sonar detection systems (SPS-64 and AN/SQR-17A)
- Operated the Mobile Sensor Platform for remote operations that included a thermal imaging system and a Furuno surface search radar
- Qualified as a small boat coxswain, led a 4-person boat crew, ensuring the proper operation of a 34-foot patrol boat that provided force protection of US assets in accordance with USCG rules and regulations
Education
Google IT Support Professional Certificate -
Google
OnlineTechnical Support Fundamentals -
Google
OnlineHigh School Diploma -
Pisgah High School
Pisgah, AL06.1986
Skills
- Experienced Lead Field Supervisor
- Leadership Development
- Equipment Programming
- Quality Control Checks
- Inventory Management
- Safety / Risk Assessment
- Troubleshooting and Repair
- Customer Service-oriented
- Strong Attention to Detail
- Risk mitigation
Timeline
Remote Operations Specialist
Baker Hughes
05.2021 - 03.2025
Installation Technician
Prince Telecom
10.2020 - 03.2021
Lead Field Specialist
Baker Hughes
10.2007 - 05.2020
Operations Specialist
US Navy
02.1987 - 10.2007
Google IT Support Professional Certificate -
Google
Technical Support Fundamentals -
Google
High School Diploma -
Pisgah High School
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